Sam G
About
Sam G is from Atlanta Metropolitan Area. Sam works in the following industries: "Information Technology and Services". Sam is currently Global Head, IT Sourcing at General Electric (GE), located in Greater Atlanta Area. In Sam's previous role as a Executive, Corporate IT Sourcing at General Electric, Sam worked in Atlanta, GA until May 2014. Prior to joining General Electric, Sam was a Sr. Sourcing Program Ldr at General Electric and held the position of Sr. Sourcing Program Ldr. Prior to that, Sam was a Sr. Product Manager at General Electric, based in Princeton, NJ. from Jan 2003 to May 2004. Sam started working as Sr. Manager Strategic Development, Technology Assessment at Qwest Communications in Jul 2000. From Sep 1998 to Jul 2000, Sam was Network Manager at Qwest Communications, based in Denver, CO. Prior to that, Sam was a US Naval Aviator at US NAVY from Jan 1990 to Jul 1998.
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Sam G's current jobs
Lead a global sourcing team of over 45 professionals, and business strategy across a multi-billion dollar spend in IT contracts. Set vision and innovation in commercial contracts in IoT, Cloud, Professional Services, Telecom, Software (SaaS), and Hardware.
Sam G's past jobs
Develop sourcing strategy for all GE IT/Telecom contracts that encompasses multiple services such as Datacenter, IT Outsourcing, IT Hardware, Enterprise Software, wireless, telephony equipment, and network connectivity. Lead a talented team of 35 Sourcing Managers and Analysts who drive productivity and manage suppliers across $1.2B of spend. Direct global IT/Telecom billing operations team that centrally manages all invoicing, payments, and chargeback through various enterprise systems. Identify and create innovative cost-savings initiatives through close collaboration with IT and finance teams.
Developed negotiation strategy for major telecommunication contracts that encompasses multiple services such as wireless, telephony equipment, and network connectivity. Led all contract negotiations with vendors to ensure win-win scenarios, establishing long-term relationships while exceeding corporate savings targets. Established procurement processes with six-sigma rigor minimizing contract leakage to leverage the full power of spend with suppliers.
Coordinated business technology services such as wireless access, VoIP and audio/video conferencing. Devised new product offerings, cost liquidation models, and support structure by teaming with engineering department on strategic business plans. Orchestrated product strategy and oversaw the product suite of 10 global product managers, ensuring effective cost controls and operational productivity.
Conducted due diligence on prospective high-tech companies for possible business opportunities or strategic alliances. Outlined strategic direction and built business cases for new technologies implemented into Qwest's worldwide network. Created new models for emerging businesses and technologies, then acted as a change agent to help communicate the paradigm shift from present mode of operations to future mode of operations. Assembled, organized, and analyzed project financials for capital expenditure decisions.
*Responsible for managing the operations and acquisitions of Qwest’s Central Office telecommunication network in the entire Denver Metro area. *Supervised over 23 network technicians who maintained digital switching, high-speed data, and telephony equipment.
* US Naval Officer responsible for organizing, coordinating, and managing NATO exercises requiring the squadron's participation. * Managed logistics and manpower involved in the day-to-day operation of squadron aircraft and associated systems. Asset allocation to meet operational objectives in an international setting. * Supervised 30 technically trained personnel who prepared aircraft systems for flight. Responsible for manpower, promotions, quality control, and production issues of an entire division. * Combat, carrier aviator that flew over 48 operational sorties over Iraq. * Developed operational policies and procedures for the entire division.